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Manachem Mendel Axelrod Appointed Youngest Chief Rabbi of Moldova in Historic Ceremony

Manachem Mendel Axelrod, 36, was officially appointed as Moldova's Chief Rabbi in a ceremony in Chisinau, becoming Europe's youngest chief rabbi. The event included prominent reli…

Protests Resume Over Yeshiva Student Arrest Amid Rising Concerns for Missing Women in Vienna

Protests erupted over a yeshiva student's arrest, while a mother and daughter remain missing in Vienna. Iran denies talks with the US amid threats to Trump, and Ukraine launches a…

European Broadcasting Union Sets New Eurovision Rules Targeting Israel Amid Security Concerns

The European Broadcasting Union introduced new Eurovision rules barring countries in conflict, like Israel, from automatically hosting if they win. Security assessments will deter…

Israeli Actor Dean Miroshnikov Closes the Circle on Immigrant Rights After 30 Years

Israeli actor Dean Miroshnikov, who immigrated from Ukraine as a child nearly 30 years ago, has come full circle by joining a government discussion on immigrant rights. Reflecting…

Iran Overcomes US Air Defenses in Deadly Drone and Missile Attack on Jordanian Bases

In July, Iran executed a sophisticated drone and missile strike on US bases in Jordan, killing three American soldiers and exposing rapid depletion of US missile defenses. Iran's…

Israel's Bazan Oil Refineries Posts Strong Q2 Profit Amid Energy Market Turmoil, Declares Dividend

Bazan Oil Refineries reported a $263 million net profit in Q2 2026, boosted by higher refining margins amid Middle East conflicts and supply disruptions. The company also declared…

Iran Adopts Russian Tactics Against US, Depleting Patriot Missile Stocks, Pentagon Maintains Normal Operations

Iran has adopted Russian-inspired missile and drone tactics against US defenses, depleting Patriot missile stocks, while the Pentagon maintains normal operations.

Israeli Defense Ministry Seeks Solutions Against Cellular Network-Controlled Drones on Battlefields

Israel's Defense Ministry is seeking new operational solutions to detect and counter drones controlled via civilian cellular networks, a technology increasingly used in conflicts…

Israeli Minister Alkin Highlights 15 Russian-Speaking Seats as Key to Right-Wing Victory

Israeli Minister Ze'ev Elkin says 15 Knesset seats held by Russian-speaking voters, boosted by immigration linked to the Russia-Ukraine war, could decide the upcoming election in…

Hunter Biden Claims Israel Planted Illegal Content on His Laptop in Tucker Carlson Interview

Hunter Biden accused Israel of planting illegal and pedophilic material on his laptop, which was investigated by the FBI, during an interview with Tucker Carlson.

Taissia Files Defamation Lawsuit Over Online Hate Campaign in South Israel

Taissia Zemolotsky and her partner filed a defamation and sexual harassment lawsuit against a southern Israeli TikTok user who insulted her online. The lawsuit demands 170,000 she…

Israeli Footballer Manor Solomon Signs Three-Year Deal with West Ham United

Israeli footballer Manor Solomon has signed a three-year contract with West Ham United in England's Championship league, with a reported transfer fee of 5 million pounds from Tott…

Israel's U20 Water Polo Team Wins Opener at European Championship in Portugal

Israel's U20 water polo team opened the European Championship Division B in Portugal with a 17-11 win over Belarus. Led by Amir Shaprir's five goals, the team showed strong domina…

Israel Considers Chinese Military Model to Enhance Defense Preparedness Amid Budget Boost

Israel's Ministry of Defense is reviewing its military armament strategy by studying China's defense model amid U.S. supply challenges and a planned 350 billion shekel budget incr…

Next Vision More Than Doubles Revenue and Profit, Raises 2026 Revenue Target Again

Next Vision more than doubled its revenue and profit in Q2 2026, driven by increased demand for drone camera systems amid global security tensions. The company raised its full-yea…

Former PM Bennett Reveals Putin Assured Him He Won't Kill Zelensky, Alkin Confirms

Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett revealed that Putin assured him he would not kill Ukrainian President Zelensky during a direct conversation, a claim confirmed by Min…

Hapoel Petah Tikva Coach Frustrated After Toto Cup Loss, Seeks Defensive Reinforcements

Hapoel Petah Tikva suffered a 3-1 loss to Hapoel Jerusalem in the Toto Cup, deepening concerns ahead of the 2026/27 season. Coach Omer Peretz expressed frustration over the team's…

Georgi Yermakov Explains Move Back to Ukrainian Football with Metalist Kharkiv

Goalkeeper Georgi Yermakov left Maccabi Haifa to join Metalist Kharkiv, citing the club's ambition and development opportunities as key reasons for his return to Ukrainian footbal…

Syria and Russia Agree on Future Control of Russian Military Bases in Syria

Syria and Russia have agreed to transfer civilian control of Russian bases in Syria to Damascus while maintaining joint military training facilities. This marks a shift in their l…

British MI6 Tops European Intelligence Agencies Ranking, Mossad Rated Among Best

A French survey ranked European intelligence agencies, placing British MI6 first and France's DGSE second. Israel's Mossad, represented by former chief Yossi Cohen, was praised fo…

New Israel Fund Channels Over $1 Million to Boost Arab Voter Turnout Ahead of 2026 Elections

The New Israel Fund has transferred over one million shekels to groups encouraging Arab voter turnout ahead of Israel's 2026 elections, also supporting immigrant voters from Ukrai…

Singer Yair Elaytzur Releases New Single 'Rabi Nachman' Ahead of Uman Pilgrimage

Yair Elaytzur, a Breslov Hasidic singer, releases "Rabi Nachman," a new single inspired by his 16-year pilgrimage to Uman for Rosh Hashanah, highlighting prayer and spiritual rene…

Maccabi Tel Aviv Loaned Midfielder Scores and Assists in Ukrainian League Debut

Roy Navi, a Maccabi Tel Aviv midfielder, scored and assisted in his Ukrainian Premier League debut for Kryvbas, helping secure a 3-1 win. After two loan spells in Israel, he was l…

Israel Plans Real-Time Online VAT Payments to Combat Fake Invoices and Tax Losses

Israel's Tax Authority plans to implement a real-time online VAT payment system by 2027 to combat widespread fake invoice fraud causing annual losses of 15 billion shekels. The re…

Serbia to Open Joint Israeli Drone Factory Next Month with Ukrainian Guests Invited

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić announced the opening of a joint Israeli-Serbian drone factory in mid-September, inviting Ukrainian representatives to the ceremony but denying…

US Faces Years-Long Shortage of Long-Range Precision Missiles After Iran Conflict

The US military has significantly depleted its long-range precision missile stockpiles during the recent Iran conflict, with experts warning it will take years to replenish suppli…

American Democratic Socialists Leader Calls October 7 Attacks Inevitable, Supports Cuba Regime

A Democratic Socialists of America leader called the October 7 attacks on Israel inevitable due to Palestinian oppression, supported a one-state solution, and advocated for radica…

International Education Leaders Visit Israel to Study Early Childhood Innovation

Twenty-three senior education professionals from 19 countries visited Israel to study innovative early childhood education methods at Seminar Hakibbutzim College, hosted by MASHAV…

West Ham Nears Finalizing Manor Solomon Transfer From Tottenham

West Ham is close to signing Israeli winger Manor Solomon from Tottenham for about 8 million euros, with a four-year contract expected. The deal, confirmed by journalist Fabrizio…

US Military Chief Warns Airstrikes Alone Won't End Iran Conflict as Washington Seeks Exit Strategy

US Joint Chiefs Chairman Dan Cane warns that airstrikes alone will not end the Iran conflict, as Washington seeks a diplomatic exit amid concerns over munitions shortages and esca…

Israel U16 Water Polo Team Beats South Africa 9-6 in World Championship Ranking Match

Israel's U16 water polo team defeated South Africa 9-6 in the World Championship classification matches in Croatia, securing their second win. Coach Rotem Zuckerman highlighted th…

Breslov Leaders Prepare for Rosh Hashanah Pilgrimage to Ukraine Amid Security Concerns

Breslov Hasidic leaders are preparing for the annual Rosh Hashanah pilgrimage to Uman, Ukraine, amid the ongoing war. They sent a letter of thanks to President Zelensky and Ukrain…

Israeli Football Clubs Advance in European Competitions as UEFA Ranking Battles Intensify

Israeli football clubs have advanced in European qualifiers, with Hapoel Be'er Sheva and Hapoel Tel Aviv winning key matches. Israel ranks 23rd in UEFA standings, aiming to improv…

Trump Says US Needs More Time and Missiles Amid Iranian Strait of Hormuz Tensions

President Trump said the US needs more time and missiles amid shortages caused by aid to Ukraine. Iran plans to declare control over the Strait of Hormuz, with critical negotiatio…

Manor Solomon Nears Transfer From Tottenham to West Ham for €8 Million

Israeli footballer Manor Solomon is set to transfer from Tottenham to West Ham for about 8 million euros, aiming to help the relegated London club return to the Premier League. Th…

US Intelligence Warns Putin May Test NATO Resolve With Limited Attack Amid Ammo Shortages

US intelligence warns that Vladimir Putin may test NATO with a limited attack amid growing concerns over critical US ammunition shortages, raising strategic challenges for the all…

Trump Demands Harsh Sentences for Leakers Amid US Ammunition Shortage Concerns

President Trump demands severe penalties for government leakers amid reports of US ammunition shortages, which he says weaken the country against Iran. Despite public reassurances…

North Korea Escalates Tensions with Missile Launch and Military Moves Amid Global Concerns

North Korea increased military tensions this week with missile launches and deployment of troops to Russia amid the Ukraine conflict. In the US, pro-Palestinian candidate Abdul El…

Colombian Cartels Use Ukraine Drone Warfare Tactics to Challenge Government Forces

Hapoel Tel Aviv Signs Douglas Owusu Despite Higher Saudi Offer, Agent Reveals

Hapoel Tel Aviv signed Ghanaian winger Douglas Owusu for 2.2 million euros despite a Saudi offer five times higher. The deal was secured through close ties between club officials…

Hapoel Tel Aviv Signs Douglas Aveso in Record Deal with Bayern Munich Medical Support

Hapoel Tel Aviv signed Ghanaian forward Douglas Aveso from Red Star Belgrade for 2.2 million euros, marking the club's biggest transfer. After a failed deal with a Ukrainian club…

Entrée Capital Co-Founder Defends Monday.com Layoffs Amid AI Shift and Market Challenges

Avi Eyal, co-founder of Entrée Capital and early investor in Monday.com, defended the company’s recent layoffs and CEO pay raise amid AI-driven market changes. He emphasized that…

Semyon Grafman Shares Journey From Soviet Anti-Semitism to Embracing Judaism in Israel

Semyon Grafman, a Ukrainian-born Jew who suffered anti-Semitic violence in the Soviet Union, moved to Israel with his family and later embraced Judaism after a transformative drea…

Rabbi Guy Alaluf Attributes Settler Hatred to Deep Christian Theological Roots

Rabbi Guy Alaluf explains that the deep-rooted hatred toward Israeli settlers originates from Christian theological views that see Jews as weak for rejecting Jesus. He argues this…

Israel's U16 Water Polo Team Secures Dramatic Win Over Ukraine at World Championship

Israel's U16 water polo team won 12-11 against Ukraine at the World Championship in Croatia, marking their first victory in the tournament. Aviv Gadron scored the winning goal in…

Israeli Footballers Face Israeli Teams Abroad in Rare International Matches

Israeli footballers playing abroad have rarely faced Israeli teams in international competitions, with only nine such instances recorded. The upcoming match between Hapoel Be'er S…

US Military Nearly Exhausts Long-Range Precision Missiles Amid Iran Conflict

The US military has nearly exhausted its long-range precision missile stocks, including ATACMS and PrSM, during five months of conflict with Iran, raising concerns about readiness…

Iran Hardens Stance Against US, Aims to Pressure Trump Administration Economically

Iran has adopted a tougher stance against the US, aiming to increase economic and strategic pressure to force concessions from the Trump administration. Iran is blocking the Strai…